Teacher - Specialist Provision

• You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.
• You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.
• The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
• Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.
• Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
• In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

• Factor
• Essential Criteria
• Method of Assessment
• Qualifications/ Professional Membership

Qualifications must be obtained at the date of taking up appointment

Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided primary school schools in Northern Ireland

Shortlisting by Application Form

Demonstrable experience of teaching in a Specialist Provision Class to achieve positive learning outcomes.

Demonstrable experience of using a range of effective classroom strategies to provide support and challenge children and young people of all abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs

Demonstrable experience of using digital media/technology to enhance teaching and learning

Demonstrable experience of leading a team, including managing classroom assistants, as part of your class teaching team

Shortlisting by Application Form

Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post

Pre-Employment Check

• Factor
• Essential Criteria
• Method of Assessment
• Knowledge

Knowledge of Northern Ireland Curriculum

Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection policy/practice

Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice

Knowledge of a range of teaching strategies to meet the learning needs of pupils

Knowledge of Information Technology systems such as digital classroom tools/media and the use of tablets/mobile technologies

Knowledge of current assessment methods to inform teaching

Knowledge of the expectations of a SEN Specialist Provision Teacher

Interview

• Skills / Abilities

Effective teaching and classroom management skills to inspire and challenge pupils to raise achievement

Proven ability to provide a supportive, inclusive learning environment

Ability to use initiative, solve problems and be flexible

Ability to work collaboratively to promote positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider community

Ability to work as an effective member of a team, and to motivate self and others

Skills / abilities relevant to the role of a SEN Specialist Provision Teacher

Interview

• Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the School’s Values/ethos. You will find information about our Values/ethos on the school's website.

• Factor
• Desirable Criteria
• Method of Assessment
• Qualifications And Experience

At least 6 months relevant teaching experience in one or more of the following settings – Specialist Provision in Mainstream class or Special School

Demonstrable knowledge and experience leading / coordinating a school initiative / project or area of the curriculum.

Demonstrable experience and / or willingness to complete relevant Professional Development specific to SEN.

Demonstrable experience of providing after school activities.

Shortlisting by Application Form

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children…